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Guests
12
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Cabins
8
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Crew
16
| Length | GT | Built (REFIT) |
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180' 5"
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881 GT | 1996 (2023) |
| Beam | Draft | Top Speed |
| 32' 10" | 10' 6" | 17.5 Kts |
Delivered in 1996, Olympus is a 55m (180.5ft) Feadship motor yacht originally commissioned by Greek shipping magnate Theodore Angelopoulos and purchased during construction by Prince Jefri of Brunei. Her award-winning exterior and interior were designed by Andrew Winch, while De Voogt developed the naval architecture.
Key Features
- Sundeck with spa pool
- Innovative, noise-reducing bowthruster
- Master suite with panoramic views
- Sumptuous walnut and gold-plated interiors
Design & Construction
Designed around a displacement steel hull and an aluminium superstructure she features a 10m beam and a 3.2m draft. The yacht is built over 3 decks with an internal volume of 881 GT (Gross Tonnes).
Construction started in early 1994 with the keel laid under the project name 'Claire'. The yacht was designed and constructed in compliance with the Lloyds Register technical standards.
Exterior Design
Designed by Andrew Winch, with naval architecture from De Voogt, Olympus has the classic Feadship proportions along with a layout that was ahead of its time. Her light grey hull, white superstructure and long bands of glazing create a profile that still feels contemporary, while the raked bow and clean sheer line avoid the heavier appearance common among many large yachts of the mid-1990s. Built with a steel hull and aluminium superstructure, she spans 55m (180.5ft) on a generous 10m (32.8ft) beam, creating an internal volume of 881GT.
The arrangement reflects a yacht intended for private family use rather than charter. Guest circulation remains almost entirely on the centreline as side decks only serve the main deck aft and bridge deck forward, linked by staircases close to the guest and crew entrances. This gives the owner greater privacy while also improving security, as guests rarely pass alongside accommodation windows.
Outdoor living centres on three distinct deck levels. The main deck aft provides formal dining directly outside the saloon, while the bridge deck offers a quieter lounge away from the main social areas. Above, the sundeck combines a spa pool, shaded bar and generous seating beneath the mast. Once the tenders have been launched, the large aft section converts into an open entertaining space, outdoor gym, cinema or touch-and-go helipad, giving the yacht a level of flexibility that remains unusual today.
Twin staircases descend to the swim platform, where removable railings, a freshwater shower and easy access to the water create a practical base for swimming and watersports. Following her extensive 2023 refit, the exterior also benefits from a complete repaint, upgraded systems and modern zero-speed stabilisers while preserving the timeless Winch profile that has aged exceptionally well.
Interior Design
Andrew Winch approached Olympus as much as an architectural project as an interior decoration exercise. Walnut forms the foundation throughout the yacht, paired with Brown Marron Imperial marble, ebony detailing and carefully integrated gold accents. Rather than relying on contrast, the materials work together to create a warm, richly layered interior that reflects the design trends of the period without feeling dated.
The entrance lobby immediately establishes that character. Four decks connect through a central stairwell beneath a mural inspired by Henri Matisse, while polished walnut panelling, marble flooring and carefully concealed lighting create strong visual continuity throughout the yacht. Gold-plated inlays appear in the cabinetry, gold leaf decorates column capitals, and even the carpets incorporate woven gold thread, yet the craftsmanship prevents these details from becoming overwhelming.
The main saloon centres around a relaxed conversation area before leading naturally into the formal dining room, where an oval walnut table seats up to 14 guests beneath bespoke lighting. Upstairs, the bridge deck saloon introduces a more informal atmosphere with a Yamaha Disklavier grand piano, comfortable seating and direct access to the aft deck.
Accommodation
Olympus accommodates up to 12 guests across eight cabins, a remarkably flexible arrangement for a yacht of her era. The layout reflects her original private ownership, with several cabins capable of serving different roles depending on the owner's requirements rather than following a conventional charter configuration. Accommodation for up to 16 crew supports the yacht's operation.
The owner's apartment occupies almost the entire forward section of the main deck. Guests first enter a private lounge with panoramic views across the bow before passing into the bedroom, while a dedicated study, dressing room, walk-in wardrobe and his-and-hers bathrooms sit aft. Electrically operated doors allow the bedroom to remain completely private while staff continue to access the surrounding rooms. A shared whirlpool bath, private hair salon and direct staircase to the lower deck further distinguish the suite from a conventional master cabin.
Forward on the bridge deck, the VIP suite functions almost as a second owner's apartment. Together with the adjacent skylounge and aft deck, this part of the yacht can be separated from the remainder of the accommodation, creating a self-contained private retreat for family members or distinguished guests.
The lower deck centres on a spacious guest lobby serving six additional cabins. Two double cabins, two twin cabins with Pullman berths and two single cabins provide a range of sleeping arrangements for children, staff, security personnel or extended family, all with en suite facilities.
Performance & Capabilities
Powered by twin diesel Caterpillar (3516DI-TA) 2,600hp engines, motor yacht Olympus is capable of reaching a top speed of 17 knots, and comfortably cruises at 11 knots. With her 103,100 litre fuel tanks she has a maximum range of 4,000 nautical miles at an economic speed of 11 knots making her well capable of long range and transatlantic voyages.
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